Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Broadly speaking, you should get however much insurance coverage you can afford. You always want to get the highest amount of insurance coverage possible.
Most experts recommend carrying at least $100,000/$300,000 in
. While you may not have that much in assets, these limits will reduce the amount you may need to pay out of pocket should you injure someone in an accident.
Medical bills and expenses can add up very quickly. Once your coverage limits are exhausted, the other party’s insurance could pursue you to recover any additional costs.
To get an idea of what coverage you can afford, you should shop around and request
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